economy
March 14, 2026
Assistance Coming for Pensioners with Lowest Incomes
Former farmers and artisans have the lowest benefits, while 72 pensioners receive the highest monthly pensions.
TL;DR
- The average pension in Serbia is approximately 56,843 dinars, with 1.6 million pensioners.
- A small group of 72 pensioners receive the highest pensions, totaling 230,145 dinars monthly.
- Over 300,000 pensioners receive the lowest pensions, below 31,092 dinars for employed and self-employed, and around 24,443 dinars for agricultural workers.
- President Aleksandar Vučić plans government support for pensioners with incomes below 45,000 dinars to mitigate inequality.
- The pension system's legal framework, including limits on personal coefficients and years of service, influences the range of pension amounts.
- The significant difference between the lowest and highest pensions reflects disparities in past earnings and contributions.
- In 2025, funds were allocated for pensioner recovery in spas and for solidarity aid packages for low-income recipients.
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